La Antigua Casa de Guardia

Famed as the oldest bar in town – it dates back to 1840 and hasn’t changed much since – this atmospheric tavern is one of the temples to Malaga wine. Its ancient barrels, lined up on the wall behind the counter, contain nine types of sweet wine and three dry. All are worth trying, but if you only have room for three, go for the popular Pajarete, Moscatel and Pedro Ximénez. If Malaga wine isn’t your thing, grab a beer or soft drink.

To accompany your wine, you can order cold plates of shrimps, mussels, cheese, cold cuts, gildas (olive and anchovy skewers) and mojama (dried tuna). The waiter chalks up your tally on the counter as you order.

It’s standing room only and very popular with tourists, so don’t expect it to be quiet! To hear yourself think, go in the early afternoon (say 4 or 5pm) for a post-lunch or pre-dinner wine.